YOGA . DANCE . NATURE
For women who want to come back to themselves with the help of movement, restoration and the elements.
I’m so delighted to say we will be offering our Mindbodyretreats again! The last one I facilitated was in 2018 (I was very pregnant!) and having a little person, a pandemic and opening a dance & yoga studio has meant the timing hasn’t been right to run another one (despite many requests) until now! And it’s going to be a little bit magical.
January 2025… Set in the most stunning of locations, the very sacred St Nectan’s Glen in North Cornwall
, this mindbodyretreat will be nothing short of a beautiful, earthy and inspiring experience for some wonderful women who crave a little reset to start the calendar year. Hosted by Lisa Stephens & Jo Neale, this retreat is perfect for women who like connection…
Connect to a sense of self – what do you really feel and need?
Connect to nature – get grounded and immersed in the lush and wild setting.
Connect mind and body – through movement and awareness
Connect to a community of like-minded women on this retreat
Connect to the feminine – through music and dance
Connect to something greater, something magical – your soul? Spirit? The Universe?
Dance & yoga?
I have taught dance and yoga for over two decades and 
they compliment each other beautifully. You don’t have to be a dancer or yogi to attend – just a desire to move and explore. We will offer a range of bespoke yoga, meditation and dance teachings suitable for all minds and bodies.
There will be approximately six hours worth of classes spread out over the whole retreat and these will consist of:
Hatha Yoga
Contemporary dance
Bodyballet (A blend of Barre, Pilates and Yoga focusing on posture and alignment)
Chakra Dance, yoga & meditation
Restorative Yin Yoga
Commercial Dance – to uplift the soul and have fun!
Classes will be designed and taught by Lisa Stephens. 
We will flow, sweat, rest, release, strengthen, lengthen, laugh, breathe and shine. We will focus on the connection between mind, body and soul, physical alignment and core strength (with great tips to take away to maintain) the energetic body, releasing tension & blockages and honouring our bodies and having fun while moving them to music. Collectively this will be healing, nurturing and liberating on all levels!
We will have exclusive use of the woodland and waterfalls 
(and will definitely immerse in the cold water for those who want to) outside of opening times in the morning and from late afternoon. There will be time for exploring the woodland walks, wildlife, river and many sacred spaces that St Nectan’s Glenn offers (please explore their offerings here). Expect log burners and a gathering around an outdoor fire. There is a lovely cafe for sitting, reading, contemplating and just enjoying great coffee. We will enjoy three soulful, nourishing meals a day served in the retreat accommodation. Lastly there will be optional Ayurvedic and holistic therapies with Calma Treatments available to book.
This retreat has been designed for women to turn up as they are and feel welcomed, nurtured and held while on their weekend journey which will renew you physically, mentally and energetically so that you can leave feeling inspired to be the most authentic version of you!
2025 Dates:
Friday 3rd January (14.30 arrival) – Sunday 5th January (afternoon departure).
Location:
St Nectan’s Glen, Trethevy, Tintagel, Cornwall, PL34 0BE
Accommodation: 
All guests will be staying on-site at St Nectan’s Glen. The Retreat accommodations are split between two buildings (The Retreat and St Cleder). Guests can choose between shared twin rooms or shared dorm-style rooms for three or four women. Both buildings are nestled within the woodland and have a large lounge (with wood burning stove), kitchen and multiple shower/bathrooms. More details of the accommodation can be found here.
Due to the wonderfully immersed nature of this retreat – The car park is a 20 minute walk, through stunning woodland, to get to the accommodation and waterfall. There will be someone to deliver the luggage for all guests at the accommodation.
What’s Included:
- The on-site chef will prepare a two-course dinner on Friday evening. Breakfast, lunch, a two-course dinner on Saturday, breakfast and lunch on Sunday. There will also be unlimited access to a range of herbal teas and coffee throughout the stay. All meals will be vegetarian and dietary requirements can be catered for.
- Six hours worth of bespoke dance, yoga and meditation classes (as described above)
- Accommodation and all linen and towels
- Use of the on-site yoga/dance studio
- Friendly and professional hosts who will be able to give advice on local area and activities and see to all your needs and requirements.
- Use of St Nectan’s Glen waterfall and site (and exclusive use outside of opening times).
- Private outdoor fire-pit and seating area
- Free time to relax and/or explore
- If you want to venture further afield, there are plenty of places to explore from rivers to woodlands, as well as beautiful coastal walks.
Investment:
£475/per person for a shared dorm-style room (three or four women)
£525/per person for a shared twin room
Optional Extras:
Ayruvedia and Holistic Treatments
*All optional extras are to be booked in advance.
Book your place now:
A Deposit of £200 is to be made to reserve your place with the remaining balance due six weeks prior to the retreat starting (22nd November 2024)
EMAIL info@mindbodydance.co.uk TO BOOK or ask any questions.
The deposit is non-refundable.
CANCELLATION POLICY
In case of cancellation by the guest, the full balance will not be refundable if cancellation is made within 3 weeks of the start date of the retreat.
In case of unlikely cancellation by the host – full refunds will be made including the deposit.
Mindbodydance & Yoga will not accept any responsibility for cancellations, delays or changes caused by war, threat of war, terrorist actions, closure of airports, civil strike, industrial action, natural disasters, technical problems to transport, illness of participants or close relatives/pets, acts of God or any other events beyond our control. Neither can we be responsible for any loss or damage of property or disruption of program due to circumstances beyond our control
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